Cloud Security Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane seeks a Cloud Security Engineer to safeguard cloud infrastructure and data across AWS, Azure, and GCP. You will design and implement security controls, monitor threats, and respond to incidents.

You will work with DevOps to embed security in the development lifecycle, perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, and implement encryption and IAM policies. A hybrid work model is available to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in cloud security engineering or related cybersecurity role.
• Proven experience with security best practices for major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong understanding of IAM, network security, and data encryption.
• Familiarity with ISO 27001 and SOC 2 security frameworks.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Security) are a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security measures for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and manage security policies, procedures, and standards for cloud deployments.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing.
• Monitor cloud infrastructure for security threats and incidents, and respond promptly.
• Implement and manage security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, and encryption solutions.
• Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to embed security into the development lifecycle (DevSecOps).

Skills

Cloud security

IAM

Network security

Data encryption

Security certifications

ISO 27001 / SOC 2

DevSecOps collaboration

Vulnerability assessment

Penetration testing

Cloud provider security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Security

Tools

AWS Security Hub

Azure Security Center

GCP security tooling

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in cybersecurity solutions, is looking for a skilled Cloud Security Engineer to join their team in Polokwane . This role is essential for safeguarding their cloud infrastructure and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of their data and systems. You will be responsible for implementing security controls, monitoring for threats, and responding to security incidents within cloud environments. If you are passionate about cloud security and eager to protect critical assets, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a leading-edge technology company.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security measures for cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP ).
• Develop and manage security policies, procedures, and standards for cloud deployments.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing.
• Monitor cloud infrastructure for security threats and anomalies, and respond to security incidents promptly.
• Implement and manage security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and encryption solutions.
• Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to ensure security is integrated throughout the development lifecycle (DevSecOps).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in cloud security engineering or a related cybersecurity role.
• Proven experience with security best practices for major cloud providers (e.g., AWS Security Hub , Azure Security Center).
• Strong understanding of network security, identity and access management (IAM), and data encryption.
• Familiarity with security compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2).
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Security) are a strong plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional certifications in cybersecurity.
• Hybrid work model to ensure work-life balance for employees in Polokwane .
• Engaging work on cutting-edge security technologies and projects.